What we’re about
Do you thrive on music, culture, meaningful conversation and connection? Welcome to our monthly Living Room Concerts, fundraisers for the earth and other events. Join us in Baden for social gatherings that reach beyond the superficial, that embrace the range of deep and meaningful as well as fun and lighthearted? Baden Music, Culture & Conversation Cafe will embrace an array of activities that we can enjoy doing together as well as discussions that allow us to connect meaningfully to ourselves and each other. Activities can include good food & conversation designed around specific topics, walks in nature, meditations and wellness events, going to art museums, performances and sharing our insights and reflections. This is also an opportunity to make friends that you can reach out to for an impromptu walk & talk or coffee/tea to simply connect with.
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See all- Camping Weekend by the Lake at Monte Generoso Campsite – July 25–27 (Fri–SunCamping Monte Generoso, Switzerland
Let’s escape the city and enjoy a weekend of nature, lake views, and good company at the beautiful Monte Generoso campsite, just a short walk from Lake Lugano! 🏕️
📅 WHEN
Friday, July 25 (evening) – Sunday, July 27
We’ll leave right after work on Friday and return Sunday afternoon. Here's the suggested train route from Baden:- 🕕 18:08 – IR36 from Baden to Zurich HB (arrives 18:24)
- 🕡 18:33 – IC2 from Zurich HB to Lugano (arrives 20:28)
- 🕗 20:36 – S10 from Lugano to Maroggia-Melano (arrives 20:48)
- 🚶♂️ 8 min walk (650 m) to the campsite
👉 Monte Generoso Camping Info - 🛻 Coming by car or other means? No problem – check-in at the campsite is possible until 22:00 on Friday.
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🏕️ ACCOMMODATION
We’ll be sleeping in tents for two nights. You’ll need to bring:- A tent (or share one with a friend)
- Sleeping bag, mat, and any other camping essentials
We will reserve 4 pitches, each fitting 2 small tents (8 people total). If tents are shared, we can host up to 5 people per pitch – meaning more people can join!
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🌊 OPTIONAL: Lake Crossing Swim on Saturday
Open water lovers, don’t miss this! Join the Melide–Bissone lake crossing:
🏊 Distances: 400 m, 1852 m, or 3000 m
🕗 Meet at: Lido Comunale Melide, 08:00
🕘 Swim starts: 09:40
🚆 Train: Maroggia-Melano (07:54) → Melide (07:58)
🧭 6-minute walk to the lido
More info (Italian):
👉 https://www.melide.ch/turismo/eventi/Nuotata-del-Ponte-Diga.html
Sign up here:
👉 https://nuotatadelpontediga.altervista.org/iscrizioni/***
🍃 ACTIVITIES
Besides swimming and relaxing by the lake, you can enjoy:- 🛶 Canoe, kayak, or SUP
- 🏖️ Apero & picnic by the lake
- 🏓 Ping pong
- 🥾 Scenic hikes in the area
👉 Lake activities
👉 Hiking routes
We’ll plan activities together based on group interest.
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🌦️ WEATHER & FLEXIBILITY
The event will happen no matter the weather. If the weather is bad, we’ll adapt and explore alternative options together.***
✅ HOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT
Join the WhatsApp group:
👉 https://chat.whatsapp.com/HuoUInI9TxjEJTUKSDshHY?mode=r_c
Then write in the chat:
👉 “I confirm that I will join the event.”
You’ll receive payment instructions.
📌 Only after payment, you’ll be moved from the waiting list to the confirmed participants list on Meetup.***
💸 Camping prices:
👉 https://www.montegeneroso.ch/en/plan/camping/camping-prices
⚠️ Spots are limited! Please confirm only if you're sure you can join, out of respect for others on the waiting list.
Let’s make the most of this summer weekend together! 🌞🏕️⚠️ Please note: This is a community-organized trip. By joining, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety, transportation, insurance, and belongings. As the organizer, I am not liable for any accidents, injuries, or losses that may occur during the event.
